Sponsorship 2026 | VizChitra

VizChitra, the Indian Data Visualization Community, is doing our second edition of the conference and workshops on 03-04, July 2026 in Bengaluru. This short deck tells the visual story of the first edition, the plan for the 2026 edition and shares the partnership opportunities for sponsors to engage with the community. More at VizChitra 2026

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1. Sponsorship 2026 The VizChitra Conference 2026 3rd & 4th July 2026 Bangalore International Centre (BIC), Domlur vizchitra.com 1
2. The 2025 Edition INCLUSIVE Many voices shaping what we build COLLABORATION Learning together, growing together HUMANITY Care, empathy, and people at the center CREATIVITY Exploration through curiosity, craft, & play ABOUT VIZCHITRA A space to connect and create with data. Driven by four core values in all our actions. 2 “VizChitra 2025 was unlike any other data event I’ve been part of — thoughtful, warm, and grounded in both rigour and imagination. It brought together people who care deeply about data, and want to do something real with it. Sharing our work on qualitative insights at scale, and seeing how it resonated across disciplines, was truly energizing too. This is the kind of space that nudges you to stretch your thinking — and feel part of a larger, generous community. – Yashna Jhamb, Ooloi Labs Our first edition in June 2025 brought the Data Visualization community together Two days of Conference & Workshop in June with 500+ attendees “To foster a vibrant community of data-driven storytellers in India, bridging technical analysis and design expertise, to shape perspectives & drive change”
3. THE 2025 CONFERENCE Included talks, dialogues, alternative sessions, workshops Plus participatory viz, data visceralization, and much more 3
4. PARTICIPANT PROFILE @ 2025 Largest gathering of data visualization practioners in India With representation across the spectrum of organizations and work 4 COMMUNICATION & DESIGN e.g. Media, Non-Profits, Design Services Times of India, Hindu, Economist, BBC, Deccan Herald, Clinton Health, Cegis, Younion, Daksh Society, Social Innovation Studio DOMAIN SPECIFIC VIZ e.g. Fintech, Legal, Healthcare, Retail, Public Policy, Planning Flipkart, Walmart,, Capital One, Fidelity, Swiss Re, LSE Group, Bunge, S&P, PhonePe, Broadcom, Ford,, Enphase, Novo Nordisk, PoshMark FUNCTIONAL ROLES e.g. AI, Data Analytics, BI, Marketing Comms, Consulting Google, Microsoft, Wysa, Fractal, SAP, Salesforce, Infocept, Tata Consultancy, Tata Elxsi, Metadome, Boston Consulting Group, Cisco RESEARCHERS & ACADEMIA e.g. Info Viz, Interaction Viz, Sci Comms, HCI NID Bangalore, Shristi Manipal, Flame Pune, IISc Bangalore, UNext, IIT Madras, ISB, Mathematical Science, Earthmetry TOOL BUILDERS & CREATOR e.g. Viz Tool & Dashboard Makers, Analytics & AI Tools ThoughtSpot, MathWorks, Postman, India in Pixels, Data for India, Eightfold.ai, VideoVerse, Straive, Asato.ai 450+ Attendees (across two days) 120+ Live Stream Online 200+ Organizations & Institutions 50+ Cities across India & Abroad
5. Location Type sample n = 504 DATA VISUALISATION MEETS INDIA @ 2025 Participation across functions, industries, from Bengaluru and beyond Design, data & developer practitioners, plus decision makers, startups & enterprises 5 Size of Work Org sample n = 438 A practitioner dominant VizChitra audience with designers, developers, & data professionals make up nearly two-thirds of attendees Participant Job Profile sample n = 442 Organisation Type sample n = 441 Eight distinct sectors each with 9–18% share makes data visulization in India a true cross-industry practice Equal presence across business & independent practitioners makes it a rare bridge between large scale & grassroots practice A strong base with Bengaluru, plus genuine national interest with two in five travelling from another city
6. SPONSOR EXPERIENCE @ 2025 6 Grounded in a strong first edition success and learnings Proven engagement across sessions, booths and community “... for all your efforts with a very well-organized event. In depth conversation about our product…” Overall Experience: ★★★★★ Recommend VizChitra: ★★★★★ “Got great interaction with the audience… follow up connects… Increased brand awareness and future collaborations…” Overall Experience: ★★★★★ Recommend VizChitra: ★★★★★ “Really amazing experience and had lot of interaction with people from multiple backgrounds.“ Overall Experience: ★★★★★ Recommend VizChitra: ★★★★★ “The support shared by the Vizchitra team on talk, panel prep was very detailed and helpful for us.” Overall Experience: ★★★★★ Recommend VizChitra: ★★★★★ “... expecting increase awareness about our branch and product, led to conversations about our work…” Overall Experience: ★★★★★ Recommend VizChitra: ★★★★★
7. VIZCHITRA 2026 Second edition in Bengaluru across two days in July, 2026 Curated experience across talks, dialogues, workshops & exhibition 7 TWO PARALLEL SPACES – AUDITORIUM & HALL CONFERENCE DAY ▣ 04th July, 2026 ◈ Bangalore International Center ◐ 400+ In-Person Attendees ◉ 200+ Live Stream Attendees WORKSHOP DAY ▣ 03th July, 2026 ◈ Across Central Bangalore ◐ 120+ Participants EXCLUSIVE LIBRARY SPACE FOR SHARED DISCUSSION TWO SPACES ACROSS CENTRAL BENGALURU EXCLUSIVE GALLERY SPACE FOR CURATED EXHIBITS Thoughtfully Crafted Experiences Talks center narrative, lived experience. Workshops emphasize learning through doing. Dialogues create space for shared inquiry. Exhibition invites immersive, sensory encounters.
8. Purpose/ Help lead the conference vision and anchor the overall experience What / Partner at the highest level with prominent branding, keynote association, and booth presence Best For / Large Orgs ⚬ Global platforms ⚬ Ecosystem leaders ⚬ Policy & Industry institutes ⚬ Learning Value / Viz leadership positioning, strong brand recall, deep alignment with the conference’s mission Purpose / Champion key conference moments and high-visibility experiences What / Support panel sessions and booth presences to provide strong balanced visibility Best For / Established Orgs ⚬ Scaling startups ⚬ Consulting firms ⚬ Data & design platforms ⚬ Foundations Value / High-impact visibility with meaningful audience engagement and association with thought leadership . Purpose / Participate and support the conference ecosystem What / Entry-level partnership with stall, logo and inclusion across conference communications Best For / Early-stage startups ⚬ Local organisations ⚬ Small NGOs ⚬ Small Studios ⚬ First-time sponsors Value / Cost-effective exposure and authentic association with India’s data viz community Purpose / Strengthen the core program and community experience What / Significant presence with booth and branding across the conference print, venue and communication Best For / Growing startups ⚬ Specialist consultancies ⚬ Specialist firms ⚬ Emerging tools ⚬ Medium NGOs Value / Credible presence within data viz ecosystem and steady exposure to a relevant audience Purpose / Strengthen and sustain the data viz community What /Contribute as a values-aligned partner with light branding and meaningful participation Best For / Collectives ⚬ OSS projects ⚬ Independent studios ⚬ Community-led initiatives ⚬ Individuals Value / Peer recognition, authentic goodwill, and presence within the practitioner viz community. MAIN SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES Core partnership tiers with broad presence Become part of the full canvas of the conference experience 8 10 Conference Tickets Attending the conference day only Branding Print | Venue | Web In social media & event website On main banner & podium On lanyard, notebook & schedule Booth Space 8ft x 8ft, includes table & chair Setup & production by sponsor One Sponsored Panelist 1 panelist, 30 mins slot In an editorial moderated panel One Sponsored Talk 1 talk, 20 mins slot + 5 mins Q&A Review with editorial team needed PLATINUM ₹700,000 + GST 1 slot PLATINUM GOLD BRONZE SILVER COMMUNITY 07 Conference Tickets Attending the conference day only Branding Print | Venue | Web In social media & event website On main banner & podium On notebook & schedule Booth Space 8ft x 8ft, includes table & chair Setup & production by sponsor One Sponsored Panelist 1 panelist, 30 mins slot In an editorial moderated panel ₹400,000 + GST GOLD 2 slots 05 Conference Tickets Attending the conference day only Branding Print | Venue | Web In social media & event website On main banner & podium On notebook & schedule Booth Space 6ft x 6ft, includes table & chair Setup & production by sponsor ₹250,000 + GST SILVER 3 slots 02 Conference Tickets Attending the conference day only Branding Banner | Web In social media & event website Only main banner ₹50,000 + GST COMMUNITY 10 slots ₹100,000 + GST BRONZE 5 slots 03 Conference Tickets Attending the conference day only Branding Banner | Web In social media & event website On main banner & podium Stall Space 3ft x 2ft, includes table & chair Setup & production by sponsor Each sponsorship tier offers specific benefits aligned with its investment
9. ADDITIONAL SPONSORSHIP PACKAGES Five focussed partnership moments Engage at the key intersections where ideas connect 03 Conference Tickets Attending the conference day only Branding Print | Venue | Web In social media & event website On main banner Booth Space 6ft x 6ft, includes table & chair Setup & production by sponsor Banner @ Exhibition Exclusive banners in the the Gallery on the conference day EXHIBITION ₹300,000 + GST 1 slot 03 Conference Tickets Attending the conference day only Branding Print | Venue | Web In social media & event website On main banner Lounge Space 4ft x 4ft, includes table & chair Setup & production by sponsor Banner @ Networking Hour Exclusive banners on the Terrace On the conference day ₹150,000 + GST NETWORKING 2 slots 03 Conference Tickets Attending the conference day only Branding Print | Venue | Web In social media & event website On main banner Lounge Space 4ft x 4ft, includes table & chair Setup & production by sponsor Banner @ Speaker Dinner Exclusive banners at the Dinner One day before the conference ₹150,000 + GST DINNER 1 slot 02 Conference Tickets Attending the conference day only Branding Banner | Web In social media & event website On main banner Stall Space on Conf Day 3ft x 2ft, includes table & chair Setup & production by sponsor 01 Workshop Ticket Attending the workshop day only ₹100,000 + GST WORKSHOP 2 slots 05 Virtual Tickets For the conference day only Branding Banner | Web In social media & event website On main banner ₹50,000 + GST DIVERSITY 2 slots Exhibition Purpose/ Foster data-driven discourse on climate, ecologies and sustainability What / Sponsor an exclusive Gallery exhibition on climate & ecology called Data, Otherwise on the conference day Best For / Climate tech startups ⚬ ESG consultancies ⚬ NGOs & think tanks ⚬ CSR teams ⚬ Mobility, Agri Orgs Value / High-intent visibility and direct dialogue with an audience that values data-driven climate action Networking Purpose / Enable meaningful connections between peers & experts to build community What / Sponsor the main networking hour that brings together all attendees in an informal, high-energy setting. Best For / Hiring Orgs ⚬ Data & design platforms ⚬ Consulting firms ⚬ Community -first brands Value / Strong brand recall through organic interactions and positioning as a connector within the data viz ecosystem . Workshop Purpose / Support learning & skill building for the data viz community What / Enable hands-on datavis learning by supporting the space where skills are built, not just discussed. Best For / Tools and platform companies ⚬ Education and upskilling orgs ⚬ Developer- or analyst-focused brands Value / Direct association with learning, plus deep engagement with a focused, audience on real-world usage Speaker Dinner Purpose / Help conversations with speakers for thoughtful, off-stage discussions What / Host an intimate dinner with speakers on evening prior to the conference day Best For / Senior-focused organisations ⚬ Research institutions ⚬ Large orgs ⚬ Strategic partners Value / Relationship-building with influential practitioners and premium association with thought leadership Diversity Purpose / Broaden inclusive representation by supporting diverse candidates What / Fund 5 conference tickets & 1 travel scholarship for diverse voices in the data visualisation community. Best For / DEI focussed organisations ⚬ CSR & ESG teams ⚬ Foundations and NGOs ⚬ Team for Diversity Value / Credible social impact, long-term goodwill, and alignment with inclusive values for the viz community. 9 Each additional sponsorship option includes tailored benefits aligned with its investment
10. DATA, OTHERWISE @ VIZCHITRA 2026 A contemporary data visualization exhibition focused on climate and ecological change, especially work connected to India and South Asia. 10 The exhibition will be in a gallery setup at BIC on the conference day (4th July, 2026). And is organised around three interconnected topics: More-than-Human Data Data made with,through, or about non-human worlds: flora, fauna, rivers, soil, weather, where sensing & meaning extend beyond people & instruments. Living with Climate Change Climate as lived experience: heat as exhaustion, rain as anxiety, smoke as grief, where feelings, memory, and the body become part of what data can hold. Adaptation & Resilience Everyday stories of coping & change; how people, communities, & environment adjust, resist, or rebuild. And what counts as "resilience," v/s what stays hidden. Our open Call for Exhibition attracted a wide range of voices, including students, professors, founders, creative directors, researchers, data journalists, designers, and data professionals. You can view all the submission at vizchitra.com/2026/submissions SUBMISSION DETAILS ▣ 32 total submissions ◈ 12 Shortlisted (Process ongoing) ◐ 8 - 10 in the final exhibition EXCLUSIVE GALLERY SPACE Showcased projects stretch what data visualization can be, experiences that people can walk through, listen to, touch, or sit with.
11. OPEN CALL HIGHLIGHTS @ DATA, OTHERWISE 11 The exhibition brings together ~10 works for interaction and exploration. Selected applicants will be supported through expert mentorship as their work develops. TOO HOT TO OPEN Uses door forms to visualize India’s rising heat stress, showing which days are safe to step outside & which are not. Drawing on UTCI “feels-like” temperature data across three decades, it turns climate change into a physical experience of restriction, risk, and inequality. FADING OUT Tangible data installation that transforms biodiversity decline into a physical experience of disappearance. Visualized as three illuminated panels spanning past, present, & future, species imagery gradually fades based on IUCN Red List. VANISHING WINGS An immersive textile installation that translates insect decline data into a tactile journey through ecological loss. Visitors walk through layered fabrics whose density, texture, and transparency gradually shift to make biodiversity change physically felt. THE POLLUTION THAT WASN’T Visualizes the air pollution Bangalore avoids because nearly 800,000 people choose the metro over private vehicles each day. Using ridership & emissions data projected on a physical city map, it reveals public transport as a powerful form of shared climate resilience.
12. FAQs & CONTACT Clear answers to some common questions Designed to help you decide with confidence 12 Connect with us: hello@vizchitra.com Talk with us: \ Gurman Bhatia at +91 9990 044 111 \ Amit Kapoor at +91 9739 268 197 VizChitra 2026 Website: vizchitra.com/2026 VizChitra 2025 Highlights: youtu.be/LfJLCueKkb0 Let us continue the conversation Reach out to explore a partnership that fits Contact Us \ Confirmation: Sponsorship is secured only upon full payment in advance. \ Early Bird Incentive: A 10% discount by completing payments before April 30, 2026. \ Category Exclusivity: Exclusive positioning within a specific industry category is available via differential pricing. \ Bespoke Packages: Main and additional packages can be combined to fit your specific goals. \ On-Site Production: Booth & Stall setup is the responsibility of the sponsor. We can offer production support for an additional fee. \ Editorial Reviews: Sponsors must adhere to community editorial guidelines for all talks and panels. Please refer to vizchitra.com/guides for details.